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New Cruise Ships for 2016 That Will Get You Packing

Last year we had some fabulous cruise ships launch into the market – Anthem of the Seas, Britannia and Norwegian Escape to name a few. And 2016 is going to be even better, as a new year means a whole host of new ships to look forward to.

Royal Caribbean Ovation of the Seas

Launch Date

The third ship in Royal Caribbean’s Quantum Class will hold 4,180 passengers and is destined for the Asian market. Ovation of the Seas will relocate to Tianjin, China in May 2016.

Why you should sail on it

Another chance for those of you who missed out on sailing on a Quantum class ship. This ship will be every-bit-as-fancy as her sister ship Anthem of the Seas. So expect robot bartenders, dizzying views from the North Star and the thrilling Ripcord skydiving simulator.

Royal Caribbean Harmony of the Seas

Launch date

Making the biggest splash is Royal Caribbean’s Harmony of the Seas. It will take its place in the record books as the biggest cruise ship in the world, holding a massive 5,497 passengers.

Why you should sail on it

The Ultimate Abyss the tallest waterslide at sea, stretching down 10 stories. Not forgetting The Perfect Storm trio of waterslides, Supercell, Typhoon and Cyclone – which features a giant champagne bowl which you’ll plunge into.

Carnival, Carnival Vista

Launch Date

1st May 2016 from Trieste, Italy – 13 day, Europe cruise from £818pp.
It marks the return of Carnival’s ‘fun’ ships to Europe for the first time in three years. The 3,934 passengers will be sailing from Barcelona – Spain, Trieste – Italy and Piraeus – Greece covering the most popular spots in Europe before repositioning to the Caribbean for the winter.

Why you should sail on it

There’s plenty of family-fun onboard with the signature SportSquare on top deck, featuring the all-new SkyRide. The dizzyingly-high suspended pedalo ride which will provide a birds-eye view of the ship below. The Carnival Vista will also house first IMAX cinema at sea, so you can enjoy the latest blockbusters in highest image quality.

Regent Seven Seas, Seven Seas Explorer

Launch date

Seven Seas Explorer will be the most luxurious cruise ship on the seven seas, featuring all-suite, all-balcony staterooms. The crew to passenger ratio of one for every 1.4 passengers, holding just 750 passengers and 542 crew.

Why you should sail on it

Who wouldn’t want to sail on the world’s most luxurious cruise ship? Regent Seven Seas take All Inclusive to a whole different level, as one of the only 6-star rating cruise liners in the world, you’re going to be well looked after.

The Seven Seas Explorer holds the Regent suite, the largest and most luxurious cruise ship suite ever. It measures in at 3,875ft² – almost four times the size of an average family home, it’s even kitted out with its own private spa.

Holland America Line, MS Koningsdam

Launch date

MS Koningsdam will become the largest ship in the fleet, holding 2,650 guests. It’s Holland America’s new flagship and the first in the all-new Pinnacle Class. Carrying forward all of the tradition, nautical heritage and high quality which Holland America Line is known for.

Why you should sail on it

It’s a foodie’s dream, with a strong focus on cuisine and dining. In the new Culinary Arts Centre you can take part in lessons, enjoy displays and pre-dinner ‘Sip, Savour and Sail’ events. If fine wine is more your thing, BLEND is a new space devoted to wine tasting lectures and education.

Viking Ocean Cruises, Viking Sea

Launch Date

Viking Sea will be the second ocean-going ship by Viking Ocean Cruises as they hope to continue their winning formula from Viking Star, launched in 2015. This ship won universal acclaim, including the best new ship in 2015 by Cruise Critic.

It’s Scandinavian living room chic sets it apart from other cruise liners and holds 930 passengers in all-balcony staterooms.

Why you should sail on it

Get some of the best views from the infinity pool on the aft deck, and don’t worry about the weather the retractable roof means you can enjoy it rain or shine.There’s also an ice room where artificial snow cools you down after a hot steam in the sauna.

Which ship are you most looking forward to?

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